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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee Fire Department said a kitchen fire broke out on the second floor of an apartment at the 1300 block of Tharpe Street on Thursday night and firefighters extinguished it a little after 9 p.m. — no one was hurt as residents had already left. WCTV
- ➤ One person died and several were injured when a pickup truck and a Toyota Prius crashed on Woodville Highway Friday evening — Coastal Highway was closed near the intersection and local officials advised drivers to take alternate routes. WCTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Florida State Parks launched the Capture the Real Florida photo contest for summer, inviting park visitors to submit one photo per category from landscapes to Historic Encounters from July 1 through Sept. 1 — winners will earn prizes including a gift card, annual pass and paddleboard. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oluwamodupe—nicknamed Dupe—Oloyede made history as the first female head drum major of the FAMU Marching 100 and said her family celebrated her achievement. Tallahassee Democrat
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A second confirmed case of measles was reported in Tallahassee in a 15- to 19-year-old, and health officials remain unsure if the infection is linked to an earlier case or was caught abroad. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State reached a settlement with the ACC after a 14 month court fight that gives the school a clear exit path if a college super league forms—lowering the exit fee from $165 million in 2025-26 to $75 million by 2030-31—and sets new TV revenue rules where 40% is split equally as 60% is based on football and basketball ratings. Tallahassee Democrat
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Infinity Con
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Infinity Con live in Tallahassee with exciting activities and guests.
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Tally Devs Meetup at Momo's: Show & Tell Tech Tools
6-8 p.m. — Momo's Pizza — BYO$$ — Share your favorite tech tools and hacks in a relaxed setting with fellow enthusiasts.
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Angel Ocasio Live at Cash's Juke Joint
7-10 p.m. — The Sound Bar — $12.50 online, $15 at the door — Experience an evening of blues and soul with Cash's Juke Joint in Tallahassee.
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Hotboii Summer Finale Concert
10:00-11:30 p.m. — Potbelly’s — Tickets available online — Witness Florida’s own Hotboii electrify the stage in this high-energy concert experience.
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Forever Grads 2025 Graduation Party
10 PM – 2 AM — Potbelly's — Free entry for graduates — Celebrate your achievements and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at the ultimate graduation party.
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Back to School: Fuel the Future
10 AM – 1 PM — Florida Blue Center - Tallahassee — Free school supplies — A family-friendly event with fun activities and resources to kickstart an academic year.
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